Philippine Senators Lito Lapid and Erwin Tulfo have confirmed they remain part of the Senate's minority bloc. This clarification comes after rumors circulated about Lapid potentially switching alliances.

A Philippine Senate session reportedly turned into a comedic hour after Senator Lito Lapid made a surprising and lighthearted 'confession' of affection.

MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Lito Lapid clarified on Tuesday that he remains a member of the Senate minority bloc amid rumors that he had transferred to the majority.

In a rare manifestation at plenary, Senator Lito Lapid denied speculation that he had joined the Senate majority in the Philippines.